½ Escudo


Gold (.875)	1.69 g	14 mm

Description

Issuer	Mexico
Period	Federal Republic (1823-1905)
Type	Standard circulation coin
Years	1825-1870
Value	½ Escudo (8)
Currency	Real (1535-1897)
Composition	Gold (.875)
Weight	1.69 g
Diameter	14 mm
Thickness	0.75 mm
Shape	Round
Technique	Milled
Orientation	Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized	Yes
Updated	2024-10-06

References

Numista	N#15013
Rarity index	77%

Reverse

Hand writing on the book of Law, with Liberty cap on top of pen. With legend on top and value, mint, date, assayer's initials and fineness in karats at bottom.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
*LIBERTAD EN LA LEY
1/2E • Mo • 1853 • G.C • 21Qs •

Translation:
*LIBERTY IN LAW
Half Escudo • Mexico City • 1853 • G.C. • 21 Karats •

Edge

Diagonal milled.

Comment

Mints:
KM#378 - C - Culiacan
KM#378.1 - Do - Durango
KM#378.2 - Ga - Guadalajara
KM#378.3 - GC - Guadalupe y Calvo
KM#378.4 - Go - Guanajuato
KM#378.5 - Mo - Mexico City
KM#378.6 - Zs - Zacatecas

Interesting fact

The ½ Escudo coin from Mexico, made of gold (.875) and weighing 1.69g, is interesting because it was used as a form of currency during a time of great change in Mexico's history. The coin was minted during the period of the Mexican Empire, which was established in 1821 and lasted until 1870. This was a time of political and social upheaval, as Mexico struggled to establish a stable government and economy after gaining independence from Spain. Despite these challenges, the ½ Escudo coin remained a widely used and trusted form of currency, and its gold content made it a valuable and sought-after commodity. Today, the coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, offering a glimpse into Mexico's rich history and cultural heritage.